Variable-pitch propellers from schaffran.
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Variable-pitch propellers.
Motor and sailing yachts, naval and public authority vessels, offshore supply vessels, coastal motor vessels, research and passenger vessels, patrol boats and a wide variety of specialised vessels: for more than five decades, the most diverse types of ships have been fitted with our variable-pitch hydraulic propellers and shaft systems.
Our hydraulic variable-pitch propellers are available in different sizes and shapes with and without sail position with 3, 4 or 5 blades. Of course, the blade shape is adapted to suit your individual ship in terms of hydrodynamics. This allows the ship to achieve maximum efficiency and smoothness of operation and ensures the optimal performance of your propulsion.
Based on your requirements, our engineers can produce adjustment angles from 45° with the compact series up to an adjustment angle of 120° with the sailing position option. This makes our hydraulic variable-pitch propeller systems with sail position also particularly suitable for large sailing yachts.
We also offer our tried and tested variable-pitch propeller design as a conversion kit for push rod systems. In addition to the shafts, bearings, seals, etc., the scope of delivery also includes the compact hydraulic units, control cabinets and remote control with operating panels for the various driving positions.
We would be happy to advise you on your project, answer your questions and prepare a quote for you. Feel free to get in touch.
Overview of services
- Hydraulic variable-pitch propellers and shaft systems
- Various sizes and shapes with and without sail position with 3, 4 or 5 blades
- Maximum efficiency and quiet running
- Adjustment angle from 45° to 120°
- Materials: bronze and stainless steel
- Range: all propeller sizes
- Compact hydraulic units and control cabinets
- Remote controls with operating panel
- Low hydraulic pressure of approx. 25-30 bar
- Long service life of all seals
- Simple assembly and disassembly thanks to robust one-piece hub design
- Robust, low-maintenance and easy-to-maintain design